Tiabd's Weblog

Proposal Paper

Tia — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:29:11 +0000

Tia Duncan Duncan 1

English 2010

Proposal Paper

Recycling GlassI propose that Salt Lake County reevaluate its recycling system and consider adding glass as a regular item to be recycled. I would like to go over some of the different ways to gather recycled glass and reasons why it could be beneficial

WaysAcross the United States, laws are written on the state or local level. Many cities do curb side recycling. In some cases, glass is specifically separated into its own container because broken glass is a hazard to the people who later manually sort the co-mingled recyclables, and other states have the bottle bill.

Currently the Salt Lake Valley does have a few drop off locations but there aren’t very many. They are;

Name	Address
Jordan Park	900 West 1000 South
Rotary Glenn Park	800 South 2770 East
Forest Dale Golf Course	900 East 2375 South
Salt Lake Valley Landfill	6030 West California Ave (1400 South)
Uinta Brewing Co.	177 S. Fremont Dr. BROWN GLASS ONLY
Transfer Station	3300 South 502 West CLEAR GLASS ONLY (Mon-Sat 8 to 5)
Glass Recycle Group	850 South 4400 West

www.recycle.slco.org

)

Duncan 2

I see big blue bins all over the valley that take newspaper and a lot of public places have separate garbage cans for plastics and aluminums for recycling. There could be many more bins or little containers around the valley where glass can be separated by colors: clear, green/blue, and amber. (

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass_recycling

)

www.imp.mtu.edu/information/wgpc.html

) Michael Shapiro, director of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Solid Waste was quoted saying “A well-run curbside recycling program can cost anywhere from $50 to more than $150 per ton…trash collection and disposal programs, on the other hand, cost anywhere from $70 to more than $200 per ton. This demonstrates that, while there’s still room for improvements, recycling can be cost-effective.” (West)

laws

are passed by city,

carbonated, milk, water or alcoholic beverage containers be collected when the beverage is sold. When the container is returned to an authorized redemption center, or the original seller in some jurisdictions, the deposit is partially or completely refunded to the consumer. Deposits that are not redeemed are often used by the governmental entity involved to fund environmental programs; sometimes they are used to cover the costs of processing returned containers. (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass_recycling

)

recycling and where it is used for new glass container manufacture it is virtually infinitely recyclable. The use of recycled glass in new containers helps save energy; to make new glass products requires 40 percent less energy than making it from all new materials. It saves energy because crushed glass, called cullet, melts at a lower temperature than the raw materials used to make glass. New glass is made from sand, soda ash, and limestone. (www.eia.doe.gov/kids/energyfacts/saving/recycling/solidwaste/paperandglass.html#WorldOfGlass)

Glass is used as an additive and chemically bonds with clay to make tiles and bricks stronger. By using recycled glass to make tiles and brinks itDuncan 4

lowers the processing temperature and therefore lowers the cost for production. It is also used as asphalt, countertops, and there are many artists who will use old glass to make their pieces. Recycling glass also conserves raw materials, not just the sand, soda ash, and limestone that is used to make new glass, but for every ton of recycled glass saves 9 gallons of fuel. (Waste Management, Inc.) Some of the other reasons are that it would reduce the volume of waste sent to

landfills and states with the Bottle Deposit Law in place you see 30%-64% less litter on public and private properties. The deposit money is an incentive to clean the litter up; it can be a source of income for homeless individuals or for non-profit organizations. (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass_recycling

)

Larry West

http://environment.about.com/od/recycling/a/benefit_vs_cost.htm

Energy Information Administration

Last Revised: September 2006

www.eia.doe.gov/kids/energyfacts/saving/recycling/solidwaste/paperandglass.html#WorldOfGlass

Mining Glass from the Waste Stream

Institute of Materials Processing (IMP)

Michigan Technological University

www.imp.mtu.edu/information/wgpc.html

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Last Modified on November 2008

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glass_recycling

Salt Lake County, Recycling Information Office

2008 Recycling Guide

Updated August 2008

www.recycle.slco.org

Glass Recycling

Energy Kid’s page

Position Paper

Tia — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:25:21 +0000

Tia Duncan Duncan 1

English 2010

Position Paper

Renew the Zoo

The Utah Hogle Zoo has been enriching, educating, and entertaining the families in our community for 77 years. This November, there is a proposition on the ballot that should be voted YES to. It’s the time to improve the quality of life for the folks in the county, especially the children and also improve the quality of life for the animals that live in the zoo.

Knowing the FactsThe first question many people may be asking is what is Proposition #2? Salt Lake County’s Proposition 2 would authorize the county to issue a 20-year, $33 million bond for the acquiring, improving and renovating facilities of The

Duncan 2 Utah Hogle Zoo. The County Council has set a rule that before bond money can be released, the zoo has to comes up with $11 million in other funding: by pledges, private donations, or a combination of the two. They have two years from when the proposition passes, November 2010, to get the $11 million and they currently have $7.3 million.

http://www.leaveyourprint.com/candidates_propositions.aspx, https://www.hoglezoo.org/renew-the-zoo/faq)

https://www.hoglezoo.org/renew-the-zoo/faq)

* Animal Care Center ($1.5 million): The nonprofit ASLAM Foundation has pledged $1.5 million for a new animal hospital if Hogle Zoo

can match that sum in donations, from ticket revenue or as part of the bond. The new clinic would be more spacious; groundbreaking is tentatively scheduled for the fall.
* Arctic Edge ($20 million): Polar bears will return to Hogle Zoo as the central attraction of this multianimal habitat, where visitors can observe the bears, wolves, owls and

Duncan 3

seals on land and under water. The opening is contingent on funding, but Hogle officials say the exhibit could be finished by 2013.

* Infrastructure upgrades ($18 million): In preparation for a future African savannah exhibit, where zebras, giraffes and gazelles would roam, the zoo would re-create a major part of its 42-acre footprint at the mouth of Emigration Canyon, carving out new paths, opening space and adding guest amenities near the main entrance. Completion of the sprawling, crescent-shaped project, however, would be contingent upon further funding. (LaPlante)

The African savannah exhibit will require more money to complete. The zoo originally asked the county council for a $65 million bond but thought it would be better to focus on one thing at a time. The Arctic exhibit is priority because polar bears are becoming endangered in their natural environment due to Global Warming. There is a good chance that we’ll see a similar proposition like this one again in the future. Hogle Zoo wants to put animals in a more humane

condition that is more like their natural environment. They would like to make their habitats more natural and less like an exhibit. (Snow)

Benefits of Proposition 2These improvements will not only benefit the animals, it will also benefit the community. The zoo has incredible educational opportunities; there are

Duncan 4

fieldtrips and school outreach programs to aid teachers in the classroom. The

programs will teach students not only about the animals but about their habitats

and environmental conservation, but these programs can‘t be taught unless the

zoo has the exhibits and the animals to teach about. Also, the zoo is used for a recreational resource. Recent studies show that with the economy the way it is, more people are changing vacation plans and staying home instead, finding local attractions, the zoo provides a great getaway for many families. (

Now the big question, if Proposition #2 passes, what am I the taxpayer going to have to pay? The zoo bond will add about $0.39 a month, or $4.68 a year, to property taxes on the average home in the county. A vast majority of homeowners can afford this little increase to bring new life to the zoo. However, Utah Taxpayers Association Vice President Royce VanTassell questions whether now is the appropriate time to add $33 million to the public’s debt. He states “with the economy going into what appears to be some difficult times and with so many other priorities out there… it seems that now is not the time to be gilding the lily that is our zoo.” Renew the Zoo spokesperson Maura Carabello counters his argument by saying “that now is the time to upgrade, some of the exhibits are over 40 years old. The zoo wouldn’t be asking for more money it if didn’t believe the modernization was in the best interests of both the residents of

Duncan 5

Salt Lake County and the animals residents of the zoo.” She continues to say “in

a struggling economy the zoo can be a great resource for those whose family travel and entertainment budgets have been thinned.” (LaPlante) Carabello also stated “we don’t take asking the public for money lightly, we have a recent track record of using public funds well,” speaking of the new Elephant Encounter and Asian Highland exhibits. Douglas Tomkinson, the lead elephant keeper, also urges the public to vote yes to Proposition 2 by saying “ I have seen firsthand the benefits that our elephants have received with the renovation of their old enclosures, I don’t see any reason why we wouldn’t want to give these advantages to more of our residents, including polar bears.” (

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_qn4188/is_20081016/ai_n30904812)

https://www.hoglezoo.org/renew-the-zoo/faq) On November 4, when it’s time to cast your vote, are you going to be thinking about the thirty nine cents a month, or the opportunity you have to make a huge difference in the lives of the animals that currently live at Hogle Zoo or will be able to live there because of the renovation? The right choice is to vote yes for Proposition 2.

Duncan 6

Work Cited

Chapman and Cutler LLP

http://www.leaveyourprint.com/candidates_propositions.aspxOfficial website of the Hogle Zoo

https://www.hoglezoo.org/renew-the-zoo/faqVote ‘yes’ for the zoo

Deseret News (Salt Lake City), Oct 16, 2008

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_qn4188/is_20081016/ai_n30904812Zoo requesting $33 million bond

Dominique Snow

http://media.www.slccglobelink.com/Zoo spending big to get $33M

By Matthew D LaPlante

www.sltrib.com/news

Instructions

Tia — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:23:48 +0000

Tia Duncan Duncan 1

English 2010

Instructions

How to Change Your OilMost cars are very similar when it comes to an oil change. This paper is based on a Chevy Blazer so there may be some differences depending on the make and model of the car.

Tools that you will need when changing your oil and filter:

Drain Pan

Breaker Bar/ RatchetSocket (must be the correct size to fit the drain plug)

Rubber Gloves (optional)

Filter Wrench

Other things needed:

Motor Oil

Oil Filter

Rags for wiping any spills or cleaning parts

It’s a good idea, if this is your first oil change, to get under your car and familiarize yourself with the locations of the oil drain plug and oil filter, the engine and the exhaust components. They will be warm while you’re working, so try to anticipate any potential problems and how to avoid them before they happen.

Getting Started

Step 1.

Step 2.

Start the engine to allow it to reach normal operating temperature, warm oil and sludge will flow out more easily when warmed. When it is warmed up, turn the engine off and remove the filler cap from the valve cover.

Duncan 2

Start the engine to allow it to reach normal operating temperature, warm oil and sludge will flow out more easily when warmed. When it is warmed up, turn the engine off and remove the filler cap from the valve cover.

Duncan 2

Start the engine to allow it to reach normal operating temperature, warm oil and sludge will flow out more easily when warmed. When it is warmed up, turn the engine off and remove the filler cap from the valve cover.

Duncan 2

Step 3.

Step 4. Allow the old oil to drain into the pan. You may need to move the drain pan farther under the engine as the flow slows to a trickle.

Step 5.

After all the oil has drained, wipe off the drain plug and the area around the drain plug opening with a clean rag. Install the plug and tighten it securely, being careful not to strip the threads.

After all the oil has drained, wipe off the drain plug and the area around the drain plug opening with a clean rag. Install the plug and tighten it securely, being careful not to strip the threads. After all the oil has drained, wipe off the drain plug and the area around the drain plug opening with a clean rag. Install the plug and tighten it securely, being careful not to strip the threads.

Step 6.

Move the drain pan into a position under the oil filter. In the Chevy Blazer it is located remote from the engine but in most cars it’s located off the engine block.

Move the drain pan into a position under the oil filter. In the Chevy Blazer it is located remote from the engine but in most cars it’s located off the engine block. Move the drain pan into a position under the oil filter. In the Chevy Blazer it is located remote from the engine but in most cars it’s located off the engine block.

Step 7.

Loosen the oil filter by turning it counterclockwise with the filter wrench. Once it is loose use your hands to unscrew it and immediately tilt the open end up to prevent the oil inside the filter from spilling out.

Loosen the oil filter by turning it counterclockwise with the filter wrench. Once it is loose use your hands to unscrew it and immediately tilt the open end up to prevent the oil inside the filter from spilling out.

Loosen the oil filter by turning it counterclockwise with the filter wrench. Once it is loose use your hands to unscrew it and immediately tilt the open end up to prevent the oil inside the filter from spilling out.

Step 8.

Step 9.

Step 10.

Remove all tools, rags, drain pan, and anything else that may be under the vehicle, and be careful not to spill any oil from the pan. Then lower the vehicle.

Remove all tools, rags, drain pan, and anything else that may be under the vehicle, and be careful not to spill any oil from the pan. Then lower the vehicle. Remove all tools, rags, drain pan, and anything else that may be under the vehicle, and be careful not to spill any oil from the pan. Then lower the vehicle.

Step 11.

Add the new oil to the engine through the oil filler cap in the valve cover. Use a funnel, if necessary, to prevent oil from spilling onto the top of the engine. Pour three quarts of new oil into the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the oil to fill the oil pan.

Add the new oil to the engine through the oil filler cap in the valve cover. Use a funnel, if necessary, to prevent oil from spilling onto the top of the engine. Pour three quarts of new oil into the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the oil to fill the oil pan. Add the new oil to the engine through the oil filler cap in the valve cover. Use a funnel, if necessary, to prevent oil from spilling onto the top of the engine. Pour three quarts of new oil into the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the oil to fill the oil pan.

Step 12.

Check the level on the oil dipstick. If the oil level is at or near the right level on the dipstick, put the filler cap back on by hand and start the engine. Allow to run for about a minute. While it is running, look under the vehicle and check for leaks at the oil pan drain plug and around the oil filter. If there is a leak, turn off the engine and tighten the plug or filter.

Check the level on the oil dipstick. If the oil level is at or near the right level on the dipstick, put the filler cap back on by hand and start the engine. Allow to run for about a minute. While it is running, look under the vehicle and check for leaks at the oil pan drain plug and around the oil filter. If there is a leak, turn off the engine and tighten the plug or filter.

Check the level on the oil dipstick. If the oil level is at or near the right level on the dipstick, put the filler cap back on by hand and start the engine. Allow to run for about a minute. While it is running, look under the vehicle and check for leaks at the oil pan drain plug and around the oil filter. If there is a leak, turn off the engine and tighten the plug or filter.

Step 13.

Wait a few minutes to allow the oil to trickle down into the oil pan and recheck the levels on the dipstick. If necessary, add enough oil to bring the levels to the correct spot. During the next few trips make sure that the oil levels are proper and not leaking.

Wait a few minutes to allow the oil to trickle down into the oil pan and recheck the levels on the dipstick. If necessary, add enough oil to bring the levels to the correct spot. During the next few trips make sure that the oil levels are proper and not leaking. Wait a few minutes to allow the oil to trickle down into the oil pan and recheck the levels on the dipstick. If necessary, add enough oil to bring the levels to the correct spot. During the next few trips make sure that the oil levels are proper and not leaking.

Step 14.

The old oil can not be reused and should be discarded properly. Don’t pour used oil into drains or onto to the ground; wait till the oil has cooled and pour it into a suitable container (capped plastic jug, milk cartons…) for transporting to a disposal site. Some auto parts stores accept used oil, or go to Earth 911.org to find a recycling center near you.

The old oil can not be reused and should be discarded properly. Don’t pour used oil into drains or onto to the ground; wait till the oil has cooled and pour it into a suitable container (capped plastic jug, milk cartons…) for transporting to a disposal site. Some auto parts stores accept used oil, or go to Earth 911.org to find a recycling center near you.

The old oil can not be reused and should be discarded properly. Don’t pour used oil into drains or onto to the ground; wait till the oil has cooled and pour it into a suitable container (capped plastic jug, milk cartons…) for transporting to a disposal site. Some auto parts stores accept used oil, or go to Earth 911.org to find a recycling center near you.

Compare the old filter with the new filter to make sure it is the same type. Smear some clean oil on the rubber gasket of the new oil filter and screw it into place, because over tightening the filter will damage the gasket. Don’t use the wrench; use your hands to tighten until the gasket contacts with the seating surface. Then seat the filter by giving it an additional ¾ turn.

Duncan 3

With a clean rag, wipe the oil filter mounting surface. Make sure the old gasket isn’t stuck to the mounting surface; you can remove it with a scraper if necessary.

Being careful not to touch the hot exhaust components, place the drain pan under the drain plug and remove the plug. The engine oil drain plug is located at the rear of the oil pan; it is usually very tight, and that is when you can use the breaker/ratchet and socket to help remove the plug. You may want to wear gloves while unscrewing the plug the final few turns because the oil may come out fast.If you’ve done this right, the oil in your car will start flowing out of the oil pan.

It’s important to have full access to underneath your car so the vehicle can be lifted on a hoist, driven onto ramps, or supported by jackstands. Warning: Never get under a vehicle that is supported by only jacks. Jacks are meant to be used only for raising a vehicle to remove and replace wheels; always use jackstands to support the car if you’re placing your body underneath it.

E-Portfolio

Tia — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 01:30:32 +0000

This is the first thing to try for this e-portfolio.

Hello world!

Tia — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 01:20:37 +0000

Welcome to WordPress.com. This is your first post. Edit or delete it and start blogging!